Miso Soup
Miso soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that has its roots in Japanese cuisine. This simple yet nourishing soup is quick to prepare and brings warmth and satisfaction to your meals.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 5 cups Water
- 5 teaspoons Dashi Powder (about 2 packets)
- 5 tablespoons White Miso Paste
- 8 ounces Soft Tofu chopped into cubes
- 2 Green Onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients. Gather all your ingredients and chop the tofu into small, bite-sized cubes. Slice the green onions thinly for garnish.
- Step 2: Boil the Water. In a large pot, bring 5 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Step 3: Add Dashi Powder. Once the water is boiling, whisk in the 5 teaspoons of dashi powder until it is completely dissolved.
- Step 4: Stir in the Miso Paste. Reduce the heat to medium-low. In a small bowl, mix some of the hot broth with the 5 tablespoons of white miso paste until smooth, then whisk it back into the pot.
- Step 5: Add Soft Tofu. Gently add the chopped soft tofu to the pot and let the soup simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- Step 6: Garnish and Serve. Stir in the sliced green onions, check the seasoning, and serve hot in bowls.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Notes
For a heartier soup, consider adding other vegetables such as seaweed, mushrooms, or spinach. Miso soup is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.